I'm Back

Oh my goodness it has been so long since I have blogged that I almost forgot my password. I thought for sure I would need a introduction course, but it is all coming back to me. It feels so good to be able sit once again at our computer desk with our home computer. The only thing that is different is my view.
We "officially" moved to Brookshire, Texas last Saturday. We were able to get in to our rent house on Sunday, and we have made great strides to get us settled and adjusted. We are settled in and working hard to get adjusted to our new surroundings, or at least I'm still working to to get fully adjusted.
 I never imagined just how hard and emotional this move would be for me. When we decided to make this move, I was so excited about the adventure. However, when it came time to begin the adventure part of me wanted to stay put.  Change is very hard especially when you are leaving the place that has been your home for almost your whole life.
 Ryan saw the rental before me, and the first time I saw up until the day we moved in, part of me wanted to dig my feet in the dirt throw my hands up in the air and give up. It was just hard and it was not home. But as the days went by I was reminded over and over again that home is where your family is. My family is Brookshire, where Ryan is striving with his new position. Tyler started Kindergarten and and loves it. It has been such a positive experience for my 2 boys and I am so proud of them.
So as I sit here excited to be back on my blog I can't help but look around at all my new surroundings and my new view. Like I said I'm working hard to adjust, but I have become fond of my view, and the beautiful sunrise and sunset views we have from our house. I never thought I would be a country girl, but I could get used Country Living. ;)         

Crossfit Kids

Today was the last day of Cross Fit Kids. We have been so thankful and blessed by Crossfit DSP this year. Ryan and Tyler have loved being apart of their work out family and then they blessed our family with a generous donation to Landry's Legacy. They have the most generous and giving heart and it was even hard for me to walk away from their this morning and I never joined the Crossfit band wagon. I can only imagine how hard it was for Ryan to say his goodbyes.

Tyler has loved his 3 days a week of Crossfit Kids, and I loved seeing his growth and most importantly his strength and confidence. I am just so proud of him for working hard and he always had a smile on his face. So proud of our biggest.

Today was the beginning of goodbyes for me and I am not sure I am ready for the others that will follow next week. We have been so blessed to live in Temple and be apart of such a wonderful community that deeply cares for others.  

 

 

Check out our biggest in action. I loved being able to watch him in action this summer. Well, when ever Georgia Kate let me.
Tyler and with Coach Sally. Tyler adores her and Coach Damon. We are beyond thankful for her giving up part of her mornings just to work with Tyler. She is a blessing.

Pool Side Fashions

Soaking up the last final days of summer in Temple. Packing has been in force all week and today it was time to take a mini break and head to the Summit for which possibly could be our last swim at that pool before the big move. Don't get me wrong the kids have swam a lot this week, but at Poppy and Ghee's pool. We have two fish that love swimming.
Georgia Kate loves assecoring and her sunglasses and stylish hat have become her favorites. Got to look good pool side.

Wordless Wednesday

Style Shoppers

Grocery Shopping is much more enjoyable when you do it in style. This is about the only way Ty and GK can handle shopping.

Planes

Tyler got to have a very special outing on Friday afternoon with Poppy and Ghee. Tyler has been so excited to see the movie, Planes since he saw the preview for the first time. Therefore, on Friday Ty got to Planes in 2D! Such a special treat for Ty as we prepare for the big move. After the movie he played in the Arcade and came home with prizes for Georgia Kate. After all that Poppy and Ghee   treated Ty to lunch at Sonic.
I am so thankful for the special one on time that Ty was able to have with Poppy and Ghee. We are really going to miss them. We have been so blessed and thankful to have them so close, for so long. Man, this move is getting hard. However, I am beyond thankful for this amazing opportunity for Ryan and our family.

6

Another big event in our house was Tyler turning 6 (double did-gets) on July 26th. Still hard to believe our biggest is 6 and starting Kindergarten in a few weeks. 

We didn't do a big party this year which I think worked out for the best since we were in the decision process of our move and making trips to Brookshire two weekends in a row. Tyler got to do a lot of special outings the week of his Birthday. However, one thing Tyler asked for was to have a picnic lunch at the pool followed by swimming with one of his favorite friends, Hudson (I also happen to adore Hudson's Mom and his family). Such a fun filled day of Chik-fil- A and swimming at the Summit. We topped it off with a trip to Sonic for a famous fruit slush. On Ty's Birthday we were heading to Brookshire to look at houses and get to know the area a little bit more. I woke up extra early to get donuts for our biggest. He requested chocolate donuts with sprinkles and of course a 6 candle on top. After we sang Happy Birthday we loaded up with Ghee and Poppy and headed to Brookshire for a short weekend visit. We stayed at the La Quinta, which if you know Tyler he loves that Hotel, well I think he would love any hotel. We checked out the area and got to the Hotel for check in and a fun swim in the pool . After swimming it was time for dinner at the Rain Forest Cafe, Ty's pick. First stop was to Toys R Us to pick out a special gift. Guess what he got? Lego's. Tyler got 3 Lego City boxes for his Birthday and the rule was you can't open them until we move... he is being so patient. :)

At the end of our dinner Ty received a huge volcano cake with sparklers and a big group of wait staff singing to him. Ty kept repeating over and over that night that this was his BEST Birthday Ever. Guess what he did after... night swimming at the hotel. I would have to agree with him, Best Birthday ever. We love you Tyler and are so proud of you and all that you do. You are the best biggest, around.